Dr José Rodolpho de Oliveira Leo is an Assistant Professor at the University of Warwick , School of Engineering (joined May 2023). Previously, he spent nearly eight years as a lecturer at Coventry University and has extensive industrial consulting experience in mining, steel, oil & gas, and energy sectors. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and a Chartered Engineer (CEng) . Education BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Brazil, 2011 – final-year project on die-sinking electrical discharge machining. PhD in Materials Engineering, The Open University, UK, 2016 – thesis on creep and anelastic recovery of steels for advanced nuclear reactors. Research Interests Rodolpho’s research spans materials characterisation of metals and alloys, focusing on oxide-dispersion-strengthened (ODS) steels , titanium alloys and nickel superalloys . He investigates creep, fatigue and mechanical testing under extreme conditions and develops manufacturing processes such as machining, welding and additive manufacturing. He also explores control and automation applied to manufacturing systems and conducts pedagogical research on modern engineering curricula and teaching practices. Across his publications, a clear trend emerges: cutting-edge metallurgical studies (ODS steels, Ti-alloys) combined with advanced manufacturing techniques (additive manufacturing, EDM, laser shock peening) and a parallel stream of scholarship on engineering education, assessment and technology-enhanced learning environments. Scientific Awards & Professional Recognition Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Chartered Engineer (CEng) – Institution of Engineering & Technology (MIET) Teaching & Supervision In 2024/2025 Rodolpho leads or co-leads four key modules: ES3E8 – Precision, Measurement & Control ES2F9 – Dynamics & Vibrations (EMDA) ES2J7 – Fundamentals of Manufacturing ES3H7 – Group Project (EMDA) He is presently open to supervising fully funded PhD students and welcomes informal discussions for MSc or PhD project ideas. Office & Contact Office A420, School of Engineering, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL, UK Advice & feedback hours: Wednesdays & Fridays 10:00–12:00 during term time or by appointment.







